A landlord's guide to the new tenant rights and bans that took effect on 1 May 2026 under the Renters' Rights Act — what changed, what's banned, and what to do.
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Since 1 May 2026 every private assured tenancy in England is periodic. This guide explains how a periodic tenancy works for landlords, with a dated worked example of a tenancy starting in October 2026.
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